The State of Qatar is one of the sponsors of the UN resolution on sports for development and peace, highlighting the importance of Sports in enhancing development, peace, respect and tolerance, achieving an active and healthy community. Therefore, the State of Qatar gives greater importance to sports, through hosting numerous international sports events. The value of sports culture in the State of Qatar is reflected through launching of local and international initiatives including the National Sports Day and " Doha Goals" initiative.
The State of Qatar is preparing to host the World Cup in Doha in 2022. The World Cup will accelerate the pace of development on a national level in regards to the infrastructure,, taking into consideration national laws which the state of Qatar works to amend and implement, in accordance with international laws and regulations.
Hosting the World Cup in Qatar is a regional accomplishment that will contribute to development in the Middle East. This event will change the image of the Middle East and create an atmosphere of positive interaction between the region and the World.